Food Production Teammate - Commissary

Northeast Grocery; City of Schenectady (NY); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Price Chopper is seeking a packaging associate to support the ready-to-eat product line. You will pack items, operate basic packaging tools, verify weights and labels, and assemble components for shipment in a fast-paced commissary environment.

You must follow sanitation and safety protocols, document activities, and communicate any issues promptly to supervision. No prior experience is required; a positive team attitude is essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• No prior experience required; commissary or food production experience is a plus.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions and complete basic documentation.
• Willingness to work in cold, wet, or variable temperature environments.
• Dependable attendance and positive team attitude required.

Responsibilities

• Pack RTE items according to batch specifications, packaging requirements, and customer expectations.
• Operate basic packaging equipment in accordance with safety and food handling protocols.
• Verify product weights, labeling, and packaging integrity.
• Assemble packaging components and ensure availability at workstations.
• Assist with final boxing, palletizing, and staging of finished goods for shipment.
• Maintain clean and organized packaging stations and follow sanitation procedures.
• Complete packaging logs and lot tracking forms as required.
• Communicate discrepancies, equipment issues, or delays to supervisors promptly.
• Support prep and ingredient staging as needed.
• Follow GMPs, PPE requirements, and food safety protocols at all times.
• Report any food safety or quality concerns to Supervisors or FSQA immediately.

Skills

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Safety and sanitation

Ability to follow instructions

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Manual packaging tools

Semi-automatic packaging tools

Scales and portioning tools

Pallet jacks and handling equipment

Job description

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Supports accurate, efficient, and safe packaging of ready-to-eat (RTE) products in the commissary. Ensures finished food items are properly portioned, sealed, labeled, and prepared for distribution while maintaining high standards of food safety, quality, and sanitation.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Pack RTE items according to batch specifications, packaging requirements, and customer expectations.
• Operate basic packaging equipment (e.g., sealers, labelers, portioners) in accordance with safety and food handling protocols.
• Verify product weights, portion sizes, labeling, and packaging integrity.
• Assemble packaging components and ensure availability at workstations.
• Assist with final boxing, palletizing, and staging of finished goods for shipment.
• Maintain clean and organized packaging stations and adhere to sanitation and allergen control procedures.
• Complete packaging logs, lot tracking forms, and cleaning checklists as required.
• Communicate product discrepancies, equipment issues, or production delays to supervisors promptly.
• Support prep and ingredient staging as needed.
• Follow all GMPs, PPE requirements, and food safety protocols at all times.
• Report any food safety, quality, or GMP concerns to Supervisors or FSQA immediately.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• No prior experience required; commissary or food production experience is a plus.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions and complete basic documentation.
• Willingness to work in cold, wet, or variable temperature environments.
• Dependable attendance and positive team attitude required.

SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES

• Strong attention to detail and quality.
• Ability to stand for long periods and perform repetitive tasks with accuracy.
• Basic understanding of food handling and packaging standards.
• Effective communication and team collaboration.
• Commitment to safety and cleanliness.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Lifting Frequent 3-5 Hours up to 50lbs

Pushing/Pulling Frequent 3-5 Hours up to 50lbs

Exposure to Hot Environment Frequent 3-5 hours

Exposure to Cold Environment Frequent 3-5 Hours

EQUIPMENT USED

• Manual and semi-automatic packaging tools
• Ingredient scales and portioning tools
• Pallet jacks and material handling equipment
• Cleaning and sanitation tools

Our Company does not discriminate against individuals on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, affection or sexual orientation, disability, age, marital status, liability for military service, status as a veteran, gender identity or expression, genetic information, pregnancy, and any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Should your hours and availability better fit the needs of another store or desired shift, we may consider your application for another location or shift.